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QA Engineer - FTC

UKTV
London, GBR
Contract
Mid
Hybrid
Discovered 2 weeks ago
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What we would like you to bring to the role….key experience, knowledge, skills & personal qualities

  • Experience
  • Previous experience in designing, developing, and maintaining automation frameworks using JavaScript tools such as Mocha and Playwright or similar .
  • Demonstrable experience in building reliable, reusable, and scalable automated test scripts.
  • Collaborate with engineers, product owners.
  • Ability to work independently and proactively create test scenarios with minimal guidance.
  • Analyse test results, identify defects, and provide clear, actionable documentation.
  • Develop utilities, mocks, and supporting tools to improve automation efficiency.
  • Manage code using Git-based version control systems (e.g., GitHub, Bitbucket).
  • Contribute to continuous improvement of QA processes and standards.
  • Knowledge
  • Strong hands-on experience designing and implementing test automation using JavaScript-based frameworks such as Mocha and Playwright, with the ability to build and scale robust automation solutions.
  • Strong understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
  • Experience in designing and executing automated test strategies.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
  • Skills & personal qualities
  • Ability to build trust, transparency and facilitate a psychologically safe environment.
  • A solution focused mindset.
  • Strong relationship management skills.
  • Analytical thinking, using data to inform your decisions.
  • Organised and proactive.
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills across cross-functional teams.
  • A strong commitment to continuous learning and personal development.

What you will get to work on….key outputs and responsibilities of the role

  • In this role you will be in one of the squads for the U VoD app reporting into the QA Lead, being a part of our ambitious growth plans, where you will get to:
  • Drive the end-to-end automation, including framework development, test coverage expansion, and continuous improvement of automation processes to ensure scalable and efficient quality assurance.
  • Undertake manual testing where required across all digital platforms, including iOS, Android, Web, and TV applications, to support comprehensive test coverage and ensure product quality.
  • Strong understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) .
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work independently and proactively create test scenarios with minimal guidance.
  • Collaborate as part of a cross-functional team working across multiple platforms.
  • Anything else for you to know about the role/team…. With a growth mindset, and a willingness to learn, we offer opportunities to develop your expertise. You'll be joining a supportive team committed to continuous improvement and striving for excellence in everything we do.
  • Hybrid-Working
  • At UKTV, we are working in a hybrid environment with a mixture of home and office working. Getting together in the office as a team and a company gives colleagues an opportunity to build and maintain great relationships, encourages our culture of collaboration and creativity while recognising that colleagues need to have a healthy and happy work-life balance. You’ll agree with your manager the split of time you spend in the office or at home based on the role that you do, how often you come together as a team and your personal preference.
  • Diversity & Inclusion Commitment
  • At UKTV, our inclusion vision is to truly represent society in our workforce and on-screen, and create a culture of fairness and respect where we champion difference so that every person feels included and empowered to do their best work. We are committed to ensuring a level playing field at UKTV where all employees and job applicants are given equal opportunity, and that we have diverse voices at the table in everything we do. We welcome applications from everyone and we want UKTV to be a place where you can be your authentic self, give your best and develop your career free from discrimination of any kind.

Requirements

  • Experience
  • Previous experience in designing, developing, and maintaining automation frameworks using JavaScript tools such as Mocha and Playwright or similar .
  • Demonstrable experience in building reliable, reusable, and scalable automated test scripts.
  • Collaborate with engineers, product owners.
  • Ability to work independently and proactively create test scenarios with minimal guidance.
  • Analyse test results, identify defects, and provide clear, actionable documentation.
  • Develop utilities, mocks, and supporting tools to improve automation efficiency.
  • Manage code using Git-based version control systems (e.g., GitHub, Bitbucket).
  • Contribute to continuous improvement of QA processes and standards.
  • Knowledge
  • Strong hands-on experience designing and implementing test automation using JavaScript-based frameworks such as Mocha and Playwright, with the ability to build and scale robust automation solutions.
  • Strong understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
  • Experience in designing and executing automated test strategies.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
  • Skills & personal qualities
  • Ability to build trust, transparency and facilitate a psychologically safe environment.
  • A solution focused mindset.
  • Strong relationship management skills.
  • Analytical thinking, using data to inform your decisions.
  • Organised and proactive.
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills across cross-functional teams.
  • A strong commitment to continuous learning and personal development.

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